If it needs seasoning/is hard to clean, will oil residue on the grill side catch fire on a gas stove while using the griddle side?
5941
I have never used it on a gas stove. Only electric. But it does tend to get extremely hot on the underside. Use extra caution.
5942
Since it has a non-stick coating, I don't think seasoning is relevant or applicable.
5943
I haven't used it on a gas stove, but I haven't had a problem with oil on both sides as I wiped off oil residue before turning over to work on the other side.
1566195
I've used mine every week, about two to three times per week, since I got it, in May, and I clean it and it's not rusty or unusable yet. I like mine so much I am going to get a couple more, and and give them to my two sons that grill a lot. I suppose that after use and prior to storage, a light coat of cooking oil would be appropriate.
391050
The stove grate will work alone. The griddle is not required on the other side. The other side can use a grill grate that came with the stove, or another stove grate, or a griddle, or nothing at all.
729797
I clean the inside and outside of my propane grill not just the grates (grill , griddle) ...So if I'm understanding your question the answer is yes..
431606
Yes, I scrape the grill itself and use the wire brush after each time I use it so it is ready for next time. Then every once in a while I take the grate off and scrape the sides into the aluminum throw away pan underneath that collects all the debris and grease and replace it with a new one. That is about all you need to do......easy.
241864
It is great for cooking with on grill. It retains heat well. Cleaning is an issue tho
757855
I use propane also. There was a decent coating of soot built up after seasoning the cooker.One run with no oil and one with a good coating of high temperature cooking spray. This is normal for all the grills and smokers I have ever used.
2139435
I don't see anyway to catch the grease. Letting it burn off is the best option. Then on the next use, I use a grill wire brush and clean off the metal plate & the rack.
757852
I use propane also. There was a decent coating of soot built up after seasoning the cooker. One run with no oil and one with a good coating of high temperature cooking spray. This is normal for all the grills and smokers I have ever used.
1021233
I tempered it well on the advice of another purchaser before I ever used it to grill. I clean it when cold usually just before I use it again. Wire brush and some cooking spray keep it non stick and free of rust.
93129
That substance is a vegetable oil that they put on the grates before they shipped it. Just leave it alone and season the grates. You should be fine! I have been loving my grill this summer and have had no issues.
1940235
Since it's solid cast iron, the griddle should work well over two gas range burners. I'd keep the flame down a bit and give it some time to heat up well, just to avoid hot spots.
1042947
I haven't found it hard at all. Grease the grates as usual, after you finish grilling, turn up the heat to full for about 5 minutes then just use a wire brush. After about 5 uses, we give the grates a good scrubbing using soap and water as well.
494083
It is safe to use, But with me living in a condo I have to bring the parts in to clean which makes it a pain in the butt. What you need to do is the tray below the burner should be wrapped in alumium, it protects the tray.Also make sure you keep an eye on the metal tin below the grill if it fills up it will spill over. But other then that I love the grill.
992635
No,however is your spray a little cooking oil on the grills before use they are super easy to clean. I am a big fan of this grill, using it all the time.
711647
Yes & without fatning butter and oil like a stove. Awet paper towel while grill still hot cleans the griddle grease free. Best while hot. The paper towels steam up so it gets hot you get used to it
524090
I would say go with the cast iron, because that is what I have and it works very well. I bought a griddle and a regular new grate for my grill (both sides were old and very rusted and gross), and I must say that I am happy with both sides. Only thing that I don't care for is that it is made in China.